The Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador (YRA) Awards highlight the importance of youth involvement in the Rural Industries and Agricultural Shows.

The Young Rural Ambassador Award identifies and recognises the next generation of young leaders and seeks young rural adults that can demonstrate a strong commitment to the rural industry and who have a genuine interest and/or affiliation with their local Agricultural show movement.

 

WHO CAN ENTER?

• The Award is open to persons born in Australia or naturalised Australians permanently residing in Queensland.
• Entrants must be permanent residents of Australia who have resided in Queensland for a minimum of three (3) months immediately prior to nomination.
• Entrants must be aged 16 to under 19 years as at 1st July in the year of competition.
• The Award is open to both males and females.
• Immediate family members of affiliated Cairns Show Association committee and staff are eligible to enter provided they:

1. Declare a pecuniary interest and; and
2. Are not involved in any discussion regarding the result during the competition.

• Previous Winners of the Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador are not eligible to enter again but are highly encouraged to enter the Rural Ambassador Awards.

 

ATTRIBUTES OF A SUITABLE CANDIDATES:

• Agricultural interests and skills.
• Community involvement.
• Contribution to the Agricultural society: involvement, enthusiasm, versatility, ability to take and give direction, new ideas.
• Future goals.
• Interests / hobbies.
• Knowledge of local and general Rural issues.
• Possibility of long-term involvement in the Show Movement.
• Personal Achievements.
• Verbal communication skills.
• Be willing to assist on a Rural Sub-Committee.

 

HOW TO ENTER

Entrants must complete the following documents:

• Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador Entry Form (located below);
• Entrants Questionnaire;
• A recent photograph (in high resolution electronic format);
• A cover letter; and
• A 2-minute video.

Those looking at applying should read the Conditions of Entry below to ensure every success of entry.

Please return all forms and videos to the Cairns Show Office via email at [email protected].